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The River Lodge - new look, same place!

Riverside cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong
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Nestled on a peaceful five acres along the Mississippi River, The River Lodge invites you to unwind in its serene surroundings. Gather with friends and family in the spacious great room, enjoy outdoor games and lawn activities or cozy up by the fireplace.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 244693 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The River Lodge - new look, same place!

WELCOME TO THE RIVER LODGE –a place to gather with friends and family! This unique home sits on a peaceful five acres on the banks of the Mississippi River. It features three levels with 7 bedrooms plus additional sleeping areas in the loft and the game room, making it possible to fit up to 24 guests (see below for details). The great room with its double height ceiling and loft balcony provides a large gathering space which is perfect for reunions and retreats. Additionally, there are 3 other living rooms all with smart TVs, 5 bathrooms, a game room with ping pong, several outdoor sitting areas, a beautiful fire pit patio and several lawn games to enjoy.

THE AREA
The towns of Aitkin and Crosby are just a 15 minute drive from the lodge. Both have a wonderful variety of cafes, restaurants, antique shops and events throughout the year. Also a short drive away are the famous Cuyuna mountain biking trails! In the winter, cross country, snowshoe and snow-mobile trails are all nearby.

BEDS AND BEDROOMS
Bedroom 1: King bed (main level)
Bedroom 2: Queen bed (upstairs)
Bedroom 3: Queen bed (upstairs)
Bedroom 4: Queen bed (upstairs)
Bedroom 5: Queen bed and bunk bed (basement)
Bedroom 6: Queen bed (basement)
Bedroom 7: Queen bed (basement)
Loft: 2 daybeds with trundles (upstairs)
Game Room: 2 bunk beds (basement)

LODGE RULES & INFO
-Dogs allowed (up to 3) with pet fee - inquire for pet rules and fee questions
-No parties allowed
-Only guests who are part of the reservation may be on the property at any time. Small weddings allowed with additional fee, only up to 50 guests. Please inquire for details.
-No confetti or glitter allowed
-The Mississippi River is not easily accessible and swimming is never recommended. There is a boat launch just a couple miles down the road and several great lakes nearby with beaches as well. We would be happy to provide more details.


HOME FEATURES & AMENITIES
Kitchen
-All basic utensils and cooking tools
-Pots, pans, bakeware and dishes
-2 drip coffee makers, 2 french press, 1 chemex (pour over), 1 aeropress
-Blender
-Slow cooker
-Hand mixer
-Griddle
-Toaster
-Gas grill (propane is provided)
-Salt, pepper and olive oil
-2 refrigerators
-Pantry
-Paper towels and dish soap

Linens & Toiletries…
-100% organic cotton sheets and pillow cases
-Bed quilts and fleece layering blankets
-Towels and washcloths
-Hair dryer
-Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash and Body Lotion

Other…
-High speed WiFi
-Bluetooth speakers
-Smart or Apple TVs with soundbars in all living room areas
-Walkout basement with radiant floor heating
-Custom built extra long dining table with seating for 16 people
-Fireplace
-Pack and Play
-High chair
-DVDs, books and games
-Fire pit and roasting sticks
-Swings and Hammocks
-Outdoor tables for dining al fresco
-Lawn games

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Griddle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,693 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $100 fee for 1st dog, $50 for each additional dog

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please beware of stairs and river bank.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings
Small events allowed with an additional fee.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Small events allowed with an additional fee.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Aitkin, MN

What's nearby

  • Nelson Lake - 18 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Milford Mine Memorial Park - 19 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area - 21 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Upper Mission Lake - 22 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Crosby Memorial Park - 24 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Woodtick Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bridge Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wrights Quality Fresh Fruit - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Black Dog Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪T J's On the Cove - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The River Lodge - new look, same place! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The River Lodge - new look, same place!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The River Lodge - new look, same place!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The River Lodge - new look, same place!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The River Lodge - new look, same place! located?

This family-friendly Aitkin cabin is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Mississippi River and Nelson Lake. Milford Mine Memorial Park and Crow Wing State Forest are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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The River Lodge - new look, same place! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 179 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 179 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 179 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 179 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 179 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family vacation

This was our second stay at the Lodge. It works so perfect for our family with 7 bedrooms and numerous
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time at The River Lodge, & my family had a wonderful time. We lost water one evening and Andrew was very responsive & helpful in getting someone out quick to fix it. The lodge was very clean & stocked well with supplies. Tons of seating & space for a large family. Beautiful yard. There were several bedroom/bathroom doors that wouldn’t fully shut/were very difficult & loud to shut. Overall a memorable & wonderful stay/ highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe B., Crystal, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

A fun place with LOTS of space for larger gatherings. Plenty of things to do. Easy drive to town. Well done.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana R., Shakopee, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing River Lodge

The River Lodge was the perfect location for our extended family to unwind and reconnect. The accommodations are top notch! The sweet owners answered all of our questions immediately and were very easy to communicate with. We were sad when we had to leave and look forward to staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Time

Our whole group thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The property is beautiful and very well kept. We were able to spend quality time with extended family. The hosts were amazing and made the process seamless!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River lodge golf weekend

Another great year at the River lodge. Joy, thanks for everything, your a excellent host. Thanks, Bill
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful get away

Some friends and I spent the weekend at this property and had a wonderful time! The cabin has a beautiful design and great artistic touches. We comfortably fit 18 people. Joy was very responsive throughout the weekend as well. We loved it and would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family bonding

We had a wonderful time relaxing and strengthening family relationships. So many wonderful memories made. We will come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas in June

This is our third time at the lodge and as in the best it was a great stay. We love the renovations that have been done since our last stay and Joy is always so hospitable and responsive when we need anything! Thank you so much for sharing the great property so our family can celebrate our “Christmas in June”
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M., Minneapolis, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

amazing girl's weekend

we had 20 women together for the first time since 2019 and the property was perfect for our large group. Everything in the home was beautiful and lovely decorating touches. We had everything we needed in the kitchen to make large group meals, lots of space to spending chatting and sleeping accomodations worked for all. We plan to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing family vacation!

We spent our annual family vacation at The River Lodge this year & it was by far our favorite place we’ve stayed! The lodge was very clean, well stocked with supplies, & Joy was very communicative, attentive, & great to work with. We had 10 adults, 5 kids & a pup & never felt cramped. It was spacious with many different spots to watch movies, read, or visit with family. The wrap around porch & the yard were our favorite! The lodge is also decorated beautifully, & the property is so peaceful. We hope we can return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect space for extended family or Retreat

The space was fantastic--beautiful AND functional. We loved all the little books and crannies. We had plenty of beds for everybody and lots of space for little groups of cousins to spread out to play games, nap, visit, sit in the hot tub or just relax. The welcome basket and texting from the hosts was greatly appreciated. They go the extra mile and it shows. Thank you Andrew and Joy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Terrific!

We had our wedding of 28 people and it was everything we hoped for and more. 24 of our guests slept at the lodge and it was plenty accommodating, the lodge itself was great, clean, and provided plenty of room for our guests and activities - not to mention the photos were beautiful in the winter. In addition to the lodge, Joy and Andrew were extremely responsive with any questions or issues we ran into. We couldn't have been happier with our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Highly recommend for a large family or group!

What a great property! This was the perfect location to spend time with our kids and with another family. There was plenty of space for each family to sleep, plenty of space for the kiddos to all play together, and plenty of space for the grown-ups to visit! The kitchen was set up great for making our own meals, the big dining table was perfect for all sitting down together to eat, and it was amazing to have plenty of dishes to feed all of us (and a dishwasher for easy cleanup!). The beds were comfy, the water pressure in the showers was fantastic, and even the toilet paper was high quality. :) The property was clean, the amenities were as we expected (yay hot tub! yay foosball!) and the place is just absolutely darling. I would absolutely recommend this property to friends and, in fact, I already have!

10/10 Excellent

Eric J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location and hosts!

My group of friends gets together once a year from all over the country to relax and chill out together. This place was PERFECT! Tons of space for different groups to play cards, watch movies, or play video games. The kitchen was epic and handled cooking for a larger group with ease. While it was a bit too hot for fires at night, the backyard was perfect for some volleyball and kickball. A few of us like to fish and there were plenty of lakes just a few minutes away. The hosts were great and reached out regularly throughout our week stay to make sure we were enjoying ourselves. Our only minor complaint was the internet being a bit slow, but good news! Fiber lines were being laid during our stay. Overall, this place is awesome and our group of friends are already thinking about booking again next year. P.S. There is a Dairy Queen just a few minutes away for late night blizzard cravings :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and Comfortable Space for a Large Gathering

We rented this home 3 nights for 19 extended family members ages 11 to 70 to spend time together in celebration of my parents’ 50th wedding anniversary. We were very comfortable and had plenty of spaces to spread out as well as gather as a big group and in smaller groups for games and conversations. The house was beautiful, clean and well stocked. There were so many nice sitting spaces inside and out, we joked we needed to stay longer to try them all. We enjoyed playing cornhole/bags in the back yard and some old fashioned night games as well as lots of ping pong in the basement. One of us did some fishing from the bank of the river. We chatted over coffee on the back deck, sat on the front porch, and ate meals at the large dining room table. Andrew and Joy were very communicative and responsive via email and text before and during our stay. We also visited 3 beaches in the area - a city park in Crosby, a state swimming hole at Cuyuna, and an amazing clear, shallow beach at Pelican Lake about 30 minutes away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bee Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay and great host!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super easy to check in and such a lovely property!! The kitchen had everything we needed
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property that held our big family! So much sleeping space, and areas to gather together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place for family gatherings. Spacious with multiple gathering spaces within the cabin. Well stocked kitchen, large dining table, games, game table, ping pong table, etc. Deck seated our entire group of 20 people. Tasteful decor. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

T G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely stunning home on a beautiful piece of property. Quiet, peaceful, and super clean! Can’t recommend enough!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlys S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Class reunion organizer

Your house is perfect for our group! So many different places to be for large or small group conversations. A lot of separate sleeping rooms which we wanted. A lovely kitchen too!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family All Together

What an amazing job they have done to this place. We had so much fun as a family staying at the River Lodge. We are already thinking about when we want to go back. It had plenty of space for the family to hang out, play games, watch movies and just enjoy time together. We highly recommend it to any larger families looking for a place to all be together.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our summer getaway

Our family has been staying at the River Lodge for the past 4 years and we all love it. The host is extremely responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lil Piece of Heaven

This Lodge is the perfect place to unwind and spend quality time with family or friends. It was peaceful and cozy. There is so much room for everyone to have their own space. Beautifully decorated, spacious bedrooms and baths. There is nothing you need to bring besides food and your necessities. The kitchen is fully stocked and with two fridges lots of room for food! We did not want to leave as you feel right at home the minute you walk in. The 12 adults in our group all agreed this was the PERFECT get away!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024